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Spring woodland at Top LodgeClose-up of soaring red kiteWood anemones at RSPB Stour Estuary nature reserve
Summer woodland at Fineshade WoodMigrant hawker dragonfly in flightAdult red kite with young in nest, Wales
Fallow deer stagJay carrying acornAutumn beech leaves at The Lodge
Winter landscape at Fineshade WoodMale siskin feedingSchoolchildren at the RSPB Newport Wetlands Centre
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Unfortunately the shop has now closed. Thanks to all our customers. Because of this, there is no longer free parking for RSPB members.

Top things to do in Spring

  1. Watch red kites building their nest on the live webcam
  2. Look for orchids and other spring flowers
  3. Come out early in the morning to experience the dawn chorus

Top things to do in Summer

  1. Watch the red kite chicks leave the nest on our live webcam
  2. See butterflies basking along the rides
  3. Migrant hawker dragonflies hunt in large numbers for smaller insects

Top things to do in Autumn

  1. Enjoy the changing hues of the autumnal woodland
  2. Watch out for rutting fallow deer in the glades
  3. See jays and squirrels hoarding nuts ready for the winter

Top things to do in Winter

  1. Go on a red kite walk to see the birds come in to roost
  2. Have a brisk walk, then warm up with a bowl of soup
  3. See birds flock around the feeders at the hide

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  • Fox on Fineshade track

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Male pied flycatcher at nest hole

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Red kite in flight

Red kites at Top Lodge

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